Chicken Stir-Fry Vegetables Rice (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and colorful vegetables cooked together and served over steamed rice with a flavorful sauce.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
05 - 1 cup broccoli florets
06 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
07 - 2 spring onions, sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and grated

→ Sauce

10 - 4 tbsp soy sauce
11 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian alternative)
12 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
13 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
14 - 1 tsp cornstarch
15 - 2 tsp brown sugar
16 - 2 tbsp water

→ For Serving

17 - 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine or basmati rice
18 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
19 - Fresh cilantro or scallions, chopped (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Cook the rice according to package instructions. Fluff and keep warm.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, cornstarch, brown sugar, and water in a small bowl. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry chicken until cooked through and lightly golden, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and all vegetables except spring onions for 3 to 4 minutes until vibrant and crisp-tender.
05 - Return chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss to coat. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens.
06 - Stir in spring onions. Adjust seasoning as desired. Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Full of fresh vegetables and lean protein
  • Fast dinner idea for busy nights
02 -
  • You can swap chicken for tofu or shrimp to suit dietary needs
  • This recipe is easily made gluten-free with tamari and alternative oyster sauce options
03 -
  • Prep all ingredients beforehand for a smooth cooking process
  • For extra crunch, add chopped nuts or seeds before serving
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